The literal meaning of ‘Diwali’ in Sanskrit is ‘a row of lamps’. The most popular tradition of Diwali is filling little clay lamps with oil and wick and lighting them in rows all over the house. Even today, the tradition projects the rich and glorious past of India and teaches to uphold the true values of life.
Lights and diyas are lit to signify the driving away of darkness and ignorance, as well as the awakening of the light within ourselves. It is the perfect time for family gatherings.